With each passing year, people are living longer, and the population of elderly folks continues to grow in number. In fact, according to AAA, there will be approximately twice as many drivers over 65 years old on the road in 2030 than there were in 2009 (70 million vs. 33 million). With these statistics in…
Chevy’s flagship pickup truck was completely redesigned for the 2014 model year, but that wasn’t the only enhancement made for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado. The all-new pickup also boasts a completely new lineup of more fuel-efficient engines. 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Specifications 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Exterior Whenever a vehicle is redesigned, most of the attention will…
Wine tastings in Napa Valley are fun; just ask Kris! Ryan Seacrest has been a part of our lives since he stepped onto the American Idol stage in 2002. He’s had plenty of other jobs since then, from radio DJ to the new morning co-host of Kelly Ripa. But quite possibly his most lucrative endeavor…
Self-driving cars have been rolling around the streets of our country for some time now, and today’s self-driving fleet of Cruise Automation’s Chevy Bolts is a long cry from the adorable sub-25-mph koala-faced Google Pods. However, starting next year, those same Bolts will be facing a brand new challenge. New York City. Here We Go:…
Columbus is launching an experimental project to connect vehicles electronically and gather data to improve traffic safety Photo: Rod Berry/Ohio Stock Photography An experimental project in Columbus, Ohio, will connect vehicles electronically to help improve safety and traffic flow. It will also gather information that could pave the way for more widespread autonomous vehicle use….
Sebastian Vettel overcame a neck injury to take Ferrari’s first victory at the British Grand Prix since 2008 and extend his lead over Formula One title rival Lewis Hamilton. Hamilton finished second after what turned out to be a thrilling finish and a rollercoaster race for the home crowd favorite, who made a stunning recovery…
It’s been over two years (831 days to be exact) since The Office aired its final episode here in the US, and each day since then, I have been filled with an intense emptiness that nothing can fill—but kudos to you for trying, Parks and Rec. The Office is a sick obsession for me; I can quote…
As I mentioned before, I am driving around a well-used ’07 Pontiac G6. About a month after my first major foray into diy car care, I found something out–in the rain, my car has gradually turned into a giant metal sled pulled by a dog with severe attention problems. I nearly slid sideways through an…
The 2016 Toyota 4Runner When you feel the itch for adventure in your soul, you need a car that’ll match your enthusiasm. For some, that car is likely to be the 2016 Toyota 4Runner. Combining an affordable MSRP of $33,510, a spacious interior for all your gear, and a capable, if fairly inefficient engine, the…
Photo: Max Pixel A “sidedrive” sounds like a strange term — probably because it is not an English word. However, driving on sidewalks is a hot trend this month. In New York, police are looking for a driver with charges of reckless endangerment. Footage from a New York elementary school captured a car mounting the…
A sign in Utah discouraging drowsy driving It’s something we’ve heard over and over again. Drowsy drivers can be just as dangerous as drunken ones. The federal government is investing more resources into fighting the problem, and several automakers are including alert systems in their cars to detect drowsy drivers and try to convince them…
The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze is a compact sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $16,620. The 2016 model year marks the debut of the second-generation Chevy Cruze. The new Cruze is lighter and more fuel-efficient, and packs more standard technology than the first-generation model, which is still being sold and has been rebranded as the…
One of the most exciting events during Monster Jam shows is freestyling. Each monster truck driver takes his or her truck through the course, smashing their way around—and through—obstacles. These obstacles can be anything from a dirt jump to a bus or camping caravan. Each Monster Jam driver must entertain the masses, out-performing their competition…
Photo: Dwight Burdette So, as we get further into deer mating season, the danger increases of a possible collision as the animals wander into roadways. Some local governments deploy methods to deter the deer from going in the road or to warn the driver — however, these are far from the standard, and often you…
In 2017, reckless drivers who ran red lights on U.S. roads contributed to the deaths of 939 people. This is an increase of 28 percent compared to data sourced in 2012. Learn More: Tips for safe driving in the rain “Drivers who decide to run a red light when they could have stopped safely are…
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